tourstage z-101

[oukk]

Hello.

I am wondering what kind of iron the tourstage z-101 is.

It looks like a CB but I'm not 100% sure.

Is it aimed for low, mid, or high handicappers?

If anybody used them before, please share your thoughts on this irons.

I tried to look for info on tourstage website, but it wasn't on the website(I guess it's an old model).

Thanks!!

[fenice_69]

The Z101 is a FANTASTIC player's cavity. That is, it is a cavity back iron designed for people that like the profile of a blade. In comparison to other cavity back irons, the Zs have a relatively thin top line, a fairly narrow sole, and relatively little offset. In as much, they are designed for the low handicapper who desires the forgiveness of a cavity back and the feel and workability of a muscle back. Did I mention that they are forged by Endo and are seriously SOFT! One of the best irons ever made IMO. Patrick

[gocchin]

S,

Please see page 40 and 41 of my flickr photo album for detailed pics of my set. Which I still have if you want to try them. They are soft indeed and practically play and look like a blade from up top. One of the best looking irons still but too advanced for me which is why they sit.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/gocchin/page41/

[oukk]

Thanks for the info!!

btw, I wonder about forgiveness of this set.

If you could compare with mizuno(USDM) irons, which mp series would this be close to??

Thanks!!

[oukk]

S,

Please see page 40 and 41 of my flickr photo album for detailed pics of my set. Which I still have if you want to try them. They are soft indeed and practically play and look like a blade from up top. One of the best looking irons still but too advanced for me which is why they sit.

Thanks T

I would love to try them. Just let me know when and I'll be there.

btw, did you check the email I sent you??

S

[Breal]

They were a while ago from what I remember, they are great looking and thin topline and look like a blade. But you have to be pure with them, they dont give you a huge margin for error with ball striking. With Mizzy the closest club I coulde compare to cavity the mp-30 but maybe a mp-33 or mp-14 maybe thats hard to compare. But they are a good club maybe someone can throw some more at you with info.

[oukk]

They were a while ago from what I remember, they are great looking and thin topline and look like a blade. But you have to be pure with them, they dont give you a huge margin for error with ball striking. With Mizzy the closest club I coulde compare to cavity the mp-30 but maybe a mp-33 or mp-14 maybe thats hard to compare. But they are a good club maybe someone can throw some more at you with info.

Thanks for the info!!

I guess the z101 are not forgiving irons.

[Duffer19]

Thanks for the info!!

I guess the z101 are not forgiving irons.

TS is for pro/lower handicappers. and ViQ for mid/high while Beam is for high and beginners.

[oukk]

TS is for pro/lower handicappers. and ViQ for mid/high while Beam is for high and beginners.

Is the z101 about mp 57 or 60 level?? or harder??

Thanks

[Duffer19]

Is the z101 about mp 57 or 60 level?? or harder??

Thanks

No familiar with the MP line. I am still playing the Mizuno T-Zoid Pro 1 from years ago.

[golf2554]

Thanks for the info!!

I guess the z101 are not forgiving irons.

I wouldn't say that. As a confessed club addict I've had just a few of the following in the bag the last several years. Of late mizz 23's ,30's,60's , gauge nc1's, tourstage cbs, precept forged cb, srixon 506's. And what always seems to end up back in the bag are the 101's. Yes looks at first sight they are a little scary but after that first contact with the ball WOW! A lot more solid and forgiving than you would think.I bet you can't hit them once without becoming a fan.

[oukk]

I wouldn't say that. As a confessed club addict I've had just a few of the following in the bag the last several years. Of late mizz 23's ,30's,60's , gauge nc1's, tourstage cbs, precept forged cb, srixon 506's. And what always seems to end up back in the bag are the 101's. Yes looks at first sight they are a little scary but after that first contact with the ball WOW! A lot more solid and forgiving than you would think.I bet you can't hit them once without becoming a fan.

Thanks!!

Have you ever tried Miura irons??

[DC003]

I have tried the North American Miura blade with a regular True Temper S300 shaft. I thought they were really soft but you got to hit it right on the sweet spot or it'll sting. (if I switch to the Miuras, definately not going with a shaft like True Temper)

I am really tempted to buy those Miura 2008 MB-5003 blades from 5 iron - PW. I am just thinking every day if I really do have the swing to be able to use those blades. I find myself too much of a feel player. I am also a bit hesitant cause I am in the process of changing my setup. The tinkering just never stops.

I can hit the X-Forged pretty pure but even that seems like it has a large cavity in comparison. I don't know about these tourstage z-101...they look good as well. I would definately love to try them out. Gocchin, if you are around the GTA, I might as well get the clubs straight from you somewhere rather than getting killed by shipping and handling. (I mean if that's okay with you).

[gocchin]

Gocchin, if you are around the GTA, I might as well get the clubs straight from you somewhere rather than getting killed by shipping and handling. (I mean if that's okay with you).

Hehe I am in the GTA but even I cannot avoid shipping and handling charges.... we will figure something out though. (^_^)

[oukk]

Hello T.

I love to try your clubs and order some. Please let me know when you are avaliable.

Thanks.

[BigEasy]

I played 3 sets of Z101's with 3 different shafts, including a graphite shaft, from the year it was first produced. I wouldn't say they are that hard to hit. I would compare them with MP-60's, which is pretty forgiving. After those 3 years, I returned to the MP-33's, but would still love to hit them again sometime. I shot a couple under par scores with them. I would say one of the best feeling cavity back irons. I didn't like the finish and markings(colors), though.

[oukk]

I played 3 sets of Z101's with 3 different shafts, including a graphite shaft, from the year it was first produced. I wouldn't say they are that hard to hit. I would compare them with MP-60's, which is pretty forgiving. After those 3 years, I returned to the MP-33's, but would still love to hit them again sometime. I shot a couple under par scores with them. I would say one of the best feeling cavity back irons. I didn't like the finish and markings(colors), though.

Thanks.

btw, which are the 3 different shafts?? and which one was a good combo for z-101's?

Thanks again~

[BigEasy]

Thanks.

btw, which are the 3 different shafts?? and which one was a good combo for z-101's?

Thanks again~

The first set had Flighted Rifles (a hot shaft at that time), the second set had Penley Graphite 105g shaft (don't remember model name, a hot graphite shaft at that time also), and the last set had S300. The rifles were a disappointment. Both the Penley and S300 were great in my Z101's.

The Z101 is one of the best designed CB's. If I were to design a CB myself, it'll be very similar to the Z101 (with better finish and simple markings).

[oukk]

The first set had Flighted Rifles (a hot shaft at that time), the second set had Penley Graphite 105g shaft (don't remember model name, a hot graphite shaft at that time also), and the last set had S300. The rifles were a disappointment. Both the Penley and S300 were great in my Z101's.

The Z101 is one of the best designed CB's. If I were to design a CB myself, it'll be very similar to the Z101 (with better finish and simple markings).

Thanks~